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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-10-08

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In this edition of the Voice, faculty votes to not abolish First Year Seminars (FYS) as a graduation requirement. Artist Emma Amos gives a lecture entitled "Art Can Make You See in the Dark” as part of the 1993-94 Wooster Forum Lecture Series. Fires broke out in both Douglass and Luce dormitory halls last Saturday morning. The Greek Life Committee will be submitting revised guidelines for members of Greek life. The College’s chapter of the National Abortion Rights Action League (NARAL) holds a condom give away campaign to promote safe sex. Additionally, an article discusses the reality of drinking culture on Wooster’s campus. Pages ten to twelve give the weekly sports updates for the week.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-10-22

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In this edition of the Voice, "Racism and Free Speech on Campus," the first in a series of student debates, takes place in Lean Lecture Hall. A memorial service is held for Andrew Cronin class of 1996 who died in a car accident on his way back to Wooster from fall break. An anti Ku Klux Klan rally will be taking place Saturday at 3:30pm in Columbus. After fall break, security reports that only two cases of missing belongings were filed. A full page add takes up page three. Student’s level of civic engagement is questioned in an article called “Students: Think globally, but don't forget to act locally.” Additionally, the Wooster Women’s Resource expands with the hope to grow membership on campus. Page nine gives brief reviews of current movies that are in theaters. Pages ten to twelve give the athletic updates for the week.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-10-29

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In this edition of the Voice, the second debate in the philosophy and law series focuses on Ohio’s abortion law. A sample of alumni interviewed rank their Wooster education and their preparedness for graduate school. A female student was assaulted earlier this week on campus. The campus remembers Andrew Cronin class of 1996, who died in a car accident, with a memorial service in McGaw Chapel. As part of the Wooster Forum lectures, Mervyn F. Silverman, president of the American Foundation for AIDS Research (AMFAR), gives an address on “Youth and AIDS.” An article talks about the 80th anniversary of “the Shack,” a beloved Wooster dining location. Additionally, the issue has photos of the 1993 alumni weekend. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages thirteen to sixteen.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-11-05

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The Wooster Volunteer Network organizes a Hunger and Homelessness Week. The campus mourns the death of nutritionist Vicki Griffin, who passed away from brain cancer. In addition to working for the college's health services since 1975, she was also the first person to teach yoga at the Wooster Community Center, something she did for twenty-five years. Two college staff members are elected to Wooster City Council. Ronald Walters, a political scientist at Howard University will speak on campus. Serbian student Dusan Savovic reflects on how the war in Yugoslavia has changed him. Page ten is a full page advertisement for Greenwood Trust Company. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages eleven and twelve.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-11-12

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This edition of the College of Wooster student run newspaper was published on November 12 of 1993 and it is twelve pages long. One author reflects on International Week. A lecture on ancient Athens is to be held in the Lean Lecture Room. The third debate in the Philosophy of Law debates series discussed homosexuals in the military. An article on page six discusses eating disorders. A full page advertisement for Greenwood Trust Company encompasses all of page ten. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages eleven and twelve.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-11-19

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In this edition of the Voice, Thomas R. Martin, the Jeremiah O’Connor professor in Classics at the College of the Holy Cross lectures on the topics of “Slaves, Police, and Counterfeiting in Classical Athens.” In the “Speak Your Mind” section, students respond to the question “do you think drinking is a problem on this campus?” An article discusses the sex habits of Wooster students. The Flying Karamazov Brothers perform on campus. A full page advertisement for the Greenwood Trust Company encompasses page seven. Additionally, the 8-9th page has the Men’s Basketball roster from the 1993-94 academic year. Page fourteen has a full page advertisement for Kmart. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages fifteen and sixteen.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-12-03

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In this edition of the Voice, the College of Wooster library joins OhioLINK, a statewide system that electronically connects major college libraries. Jana Schroeder, director of the Ohio Criminal Justice Program for the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC), speaks to the college on criminal justice reform. In the “Speak Your Mind” section, students respond to the question “Do you think that the College radio station adequately serves the listeners of this campus?” Additionally, an article talks about the work done by the College’s janitorial staff. The current exhibition at the Frick Art Museum is "Gyorgy Kadan Survivor of Death, Witness to Life," this is about the Holocaust. Athletic updates for the past week are featured on pages eleven and twelve.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1993-12-10

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In this edition of the Voice, pro-life and pro-choice campus organizations present information and views on the topic of abortion. Due to a wiring problem in Holden dormitory hall, the fire alarm sounded consistently for an hour. Kenneth R. Plusquellec, dean of students, is awarded the Gerald S. Saddlemire Award by the Ohio Association of Students Personnel Administration (OASPA). The Student Government Association forms a computer services committee. In the “Speak Your Mind” section, students respond to the question “do you think that the efforts to promote pro-life are too graphic?” Additionally, an article discusses student drug use at the College of Wooster.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-01-17

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The US Congress considered legislation which would nullify campus speech codes, allowing students freedom of expression under the first amendment. The Wooster Code of Social Responsibility could be affected. Due to previous incidents new rules were enacted for post office conduct. College of Wooster communication Professor Metcalf spent winter break tracking politicians in New Hampshire. Folk/blues/americana singer Odetta was set to perform at the College.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-01-24

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This edition of the College of Wooster student run newspaper was published on January 24 of 1992 and it is twelve pages long. President Copeland reviewed the sexual assault policy recommendations over winter break. Ralph Regula, Congressman, was present for Wooster's first Great Decisions lecture on trade and commerce. There is a student's opinion piece on Wooster education being, "...insufficient for the real world." Assistant Dean of Students Peter Thompson resigned from his position last week. A student who recently had an exciting study abroad in Thailand is interviewed. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages ten, eleven, and twelve.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-01-31

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A law-suit was brought against the College, dealing with an ill-handled rape case of a 1990 graduate. Emily Silverman's article on the first page is about abortion and two women's stories. Mark Sagoff, a Professor who visited to lecture at the College, spoke on the need for human beings to protect the natural world. There is a student-written piece on how America is handling the aftereffects of the dismantling of the Soviet Union. A student who did a semester abroad in Colombia was interviewed by the paper. The Wooster Track Team shocked at the NCAC Relays. The Wooster basketball team grabs first place in the NCAC. The athletic updates for the past week are highlighted from page ten to twelve.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-02-07

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The Student Government Association is trying to get condoms sold in vending machines. There is a review of the Great Decisions lecture on refugees, as well as a continuation of the coverage of the rape case levied against the College from the previous paper. The ISA student board held a Cultural Survival Conference. There is a political cartoon on the Jeffrey Dahmer trial.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-02-14

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Wooster held a great decisions lecture on the topic of AIDS. The Student Government's Association achieves condom installation in dorm vending machines. The College was planning a program to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Columbus's voyage to America. There are opinion pieces on the Gulf War as well as the current abortion debate.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-02-21

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This edition of the College of Wooster student run newspaper was published on February 21 of 1992 and it is sixteen pages long. The main article discusses the tuition hike for the upcoming school year, 5.8%. Security addresses the rise in annoyance calls this semester. The fifth Great Decisions lecture focused on African democratization. Andrews Library has permanently expanded its hours on Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday until 1am. A breakdown of the funding student organizations get is given. The man who had been breaking into the Wooster Inn was caught. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages thirteen to sixteen.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-02-28

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The College reviewed its sexual assault cases from 1988-1991. A piece explores the experiences of Russian international students at Wooster. A protest was held against Kappa Chi for their homophobic actions. A letter to the editor by Ian Limbach expresses concerns that condoms in dorms will promote 'moral laxity.' There is an interview with a member of Lowry staff, who hails from Colombia and is a masterful painter in his spare time.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-03-05

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the College of Wooster student run newspaper was published on March 5 of 1992 and it is twelve pages long. A guest lecturer spoke on the issues concerning the breakup of the Soviet Union. The Voice placed a piece asking for members of the campus community to calm down and stop pointing fingers at each other. A committee was formed to address any issues with the Voice. Many of the articles within this copy of the paper are highly hostile toward the Voice and how it has been handling its journalism and ethics. The Viewpoint articles on the third page are in response to Ian Limbach's piece from last week regarding premarital sex. Athletic updates for the past week are highlighted on pages five to twelve. The men's basketball team became the 1992 NCAC champions.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-03-27

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The opening article discusses the success of a survivor support system for sexual assault victims. The work of Geology Professor Mark Wilson is discussed, mainly on volcanoes. There is a large advertisement for the Macintosh Classic II. Students continue to criticize the ethics of the Voice in reporting on a student's unwanted pregnancy, especially targeting its editor. There is a photo section on the submission of Independent Study Projects. A student reminisces on their experience in a near plane crash. At the NCAA National Championships, Wooster produced seven All-Americans.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-04-03

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The College celebrated their annual South Asia Week celebration. The Voice reported on Lynn Cheney's speech on lack of academic freedom in America - which was attended by Wooster's President Copeland. Wooster's recycling program is analyzed. One piece reports on the recent Diversity Conference held at the College, while another remarks upon the lack of white attendees. Offences students have committed during the past year are listed and the decisions by the Judicial Board are included. A student reviews a recent album release by artist Prince. There is an article on the College's decision to ban Rugby.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-04-10

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President Copeland announced to the College his plans of retirement. The beginning of a College event known as 'Africa Week' was announced. June Jordan spoke at the College in favor of a politically correct environment in education. President Copeland refutes the statements of Lynne Cheney concerning education at the College. A list of student violations against Residence Life is given. The Voice interviewed a student who decided to spend their spring break in Norway. The first Dennis Rice Classic was held by the track team and deemed a success.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-04-17

Wooster Voice Editors

The Voice reviews the first incidence of Africa Week at the College. Senior Kevin Waugh passed away due to testicular cancer. Guest speaker Rhonda Rivera spoke on current gay and lesbian issues. Members of the International Students Association refute the statements made by their fellow member in the previous edition of the Voice. Students voice concern over lack of housing options. 1992 Independent Study conferences are listed. A large advertisement was placed encouraging upcoming graduates to buy Toyotas.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-04-24

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue begins with an article covering how the College decided to give off-campus students a break and make it much simpler for them to file for housing. However, it is shown as being a one-time occurance. The second article on the page reviews lectures given at the College by women involved in the sciences. Page two features an organization on campus known by the acronym LEAD, designed to promote and enhance leadership at Wooster. The list of senior staff members for the next year's Voice are given. On page three a student contributor writes a piece questioning student - town relations, contributing a story of one of his friends being punched in the face by a town resident. Next to it is a satire piece that argues (satirically) against the abolishment of the smoking section in Lowry. Page four is all continuations of the articles from page three. On page five there is an article written by an international student on the shock of reentry to your own country over the summer. Page six contains an article covering a Wooster Professor's research in liquid crystals. Page six contains continuations of articles, as well as a comic strip created by Men of Harambee. On page 7 a review is given for Def Leppard's new album. The record review is continued on page 8. Pages 9 and 10 are dedicated to the College's sport updates.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-05-01

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Four people are going to be given honorary degrees by the College - two of them are former students, and the other two Professors. The Voice details them and their accomplishments. The commencement speaker is revealed to the College in this edition. Anita L. DeFrantz, the President of the Amateur Athletic Foundation of L.A. In the face of the recent controversy where first Lynne Cheney called out the College's first year seminar program, now in a publication the College's President, Henry Copeland, has been called one of the top 10 worst administrators in the United States. A featured piece looks at the changing demographic makeup of the College. In better news, the College's Model United Nations received status as one of the top 10 in the country. Additionally the paper looks at the ongoing trial of Rodney King occurring in Los Angeles. The College is looking into attracting 'non-traditional' [sic] students to the school in coming years. Soundgarden's latest album is reviewed by the paper.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-09-04

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For the first forum series of the semester, the documentary Paris is Burning was shown. However, the reception of the film was poorer than expected. There were some parts of graphic nudity in the show, which caused some students to walk out as well as complain to the administration. Kenarden was recently renovated, and recently reopened, despite fears that it would not open on time. Main remodels included the common area for students. A student interviews Henry Copeland in light of recent comments made about him being one of the worst administrators in the country. He seems himself as letting the College be itself instead of interfering too much. There is a large ad for a Macintosh student aid package, which offers deals for trying to afford different Macintosh computers.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-09-11

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In this edition of the Voice, Campus Council turns down a proposed name change of the Intersection Council to “the Inter-Fraternal Council” or “IFC.” Wooster professors Jenifer K. Ward, Charles E. Hurst, and Raymond G. McCall speak at the College’s First-Year Seminar Forums. Campus Security and the Wooster Police investigate a suspected robbery and an incident of aggravated menacing. On page 3 of the issue, there is an advertisement for Apple Macintosh computers targeted at college students. Additionally, the featured section includes introductions to the College’s Greek groups and details information about the organizations such as history, club flower, colors, advisor, and president.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, OH), 1992-09-18

Wooster Voice Editors

In this edition of the Voice, three students are attacked while walking near downtown Wooster. Campus Council tables a discussion on the Intersection Council’s defeated character. An article discusses the volunteer activities done by the College’s Greek groups. Bacchanalia occurred this past Saturday near Beck's Family Campground. A column on page six explains what a student who majors in archaeology will be able to do with it. Additionally, in a letters to the editor, a Wooster student expresses their distaste for presidential candidate Bill Clinton. Athletic updates for the past week are featured on pages fourteen to sixteen.